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Learning to Receive

January 13, 2023 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“May no gift be too small to give, nor too simple to receive which is wrapped in thoughtfulness and tied with love.” ~ L. O. Baird Today is a small reminder to encourage you to be open to receiving. We are conditioned to give. Sometimes, at all costs. Kindness gets lost when anyone gives to such Continue Reading

There Can Never Be Enough Kindness

January 6, 2023 By Mary McCann 2 Comments

“Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a harder battle.” ― Plato   Sometimes the simplest things in life have the greatest impact and the most lasting effects. Kindness is one of those gestures which never gets old and changes everything for you and someone else. Kindness Continue Reading

Do Less, Gain More

December 15, 2022 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“The secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less.” ~ Socrates Would you agree most people feel the need to do more rather than less? I imagine your answer is yes! Most people are doers with strong beliefs about taking action. Do you Continue Reading

Have You Taken a Break Recently?

December 9, 2022 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“Sometimes you have to take a break from the grind; clear your mind and enjoy some “me” time.” ~ Merissa V. Grayson Recently I enjoyed getting together with special friends There’s nothing like spending time with people who mean the world to you. We were thrilled to connect and our time together Continue Reading

Feeling Frazzled, Simple Ways to Pick Yourself Up

December 2, 2022 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“You are somebody’s reason to smile.” ~ Unknown Author It's the beginning of December and the year is coming to a close.  This month will fly by. It is easy to get caught up in the fast-moving energy of the season where we find ourselves feeling frazzled and anxious to keep up with it Continue Reading

Everyone has a Story

November 18, 2022 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“Everybody has a story. And there's something to be learned from every experience.” ~ Oprah Winfrey Someone you know is dealing with a dramatic life change even though life is moving along. There is no magic wand to wave and certainly no quick fix moving through life changes. It is a process. One Continue Reading

It Always Feels Good to Lighten Your Load

November 11, 2022 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“She took a deep breath and let go of the would’ve, should’ve and could’ves that had been weighing her down. She smiled at how lighter she felt without them. “~ Queenisms Are you carrying a huge load these days? For many, our lives are jammed packed with what we believe are have-to things we must Continue Reading

Be a Bridge

November 4, 2022 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“Love is the bridge between you and everything. ― Rumi We are about to begin a new holiday season. Thanksgiving is in a few weeks and Christmas and Chanukah will follow. The hustle and bustle has begun between the commercials on TV and every store you walk into is in full blown decoration for Continue Reading

You are Strong, Let Strength Be Your Guide

October 28, 2022 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.” ― Mahatma Gandhi What is this powerful force within us? How do you know it’s there? Where does it come from? Strength is not something you get. Strength comes when we least expect it, when we need it the Continue Reading

It’s Okay to Ignore Words of Wisdom

October 21, 2022 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

I’ve had the kind of day no quote can fix. ~ Richard E. Goodrich There are many times in life where I have held on to a quote, a saying, a Bible verse or some form of inspiration that moved me and helped me to feel better. Often, “Words of Wisdom” get me through the moment or the Continue Reading

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